Attention Idea: I put together a list...
The Post
- Title/Hook: I put together a list...
- Format: I put together a list...
- Impressions: 100000
- How many followers they had at the time: 200000
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Why it works
1. Value-First Headline
“I put together a list of the AI tools I use to build startups and find customers FAST.”
- Personal: “I use” makes it feel like insider knowledge.
- Utility: A curated “list” immediately signals value.
- Outcome-driven: “Find customers FAST” is the benefit hook—it’s not just tools, it’s growth.
2. Massive Curated Resource
The list itself is the content.
- Specific & niche: 25 tools, each with a one-liner.
- High density of value: No fluff, just straight into names + use cases.
- Scannable: Numbered bullets, easy to browse.
This makes it highly shareable + savable. People see it as a “cheat sheet.”
3. Authority & Credibility
Greg is a known builder/investor, so the framing is: “If Greg uses these tools, they’re vetted.” That trust transfers from his brand → the list.
4. Engagement Driver
Comments show people engaging by:
- Suggesting missing tools (“Surprised you don’t have Manus on here”).
- Correcting small details (“string.com”).
This is smart because lists naturally invite:
- Additions (“What about X tool?”).
- Corrections.
- Debate (“Why isn’t Y included?”).
That boosts LinkedIn’s algo visibility.
5. Saves & Shares Bait
Lists like this are save-worthy (“I’ll need this later”) and share-worthy (“my network will find this useful”). That’s why engagement numbers are high (1k+ likes, 73 reposts).
6. Platform Fit
- On LinkedIn, practical resources crush.
- It’s professional (startup execution), not just hype.
- It positions Greg as both thought leader and tactical operator.
✅ Why it works overall: It’s a one-two punch: status-backed curation + practical utility. People love saving “tool lists” because they’re immediately actionable and shortcut discovery. Plus, it sparks conversation since everyone has an opinion on what’s “missing.”
